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Interview with the musician Hatis NoitCapturing the Energy of Voice Before the Formation of Words: Progressing into a “Primal Song”
London-based Japanese musician Hatis Noit weaves together experimental/primal music with her voice only. We asked her about the origin of her creative process and about her new album Aura, her first since moving to London. The album was released on Erased Tapes, a significant label in the post-classical scene. -
Meitei defines his identity as a Japanese artist on his latest album, Kofū II
Musician Meitei creates music based on ancient memories and the history of Japan. His latest release is titled Kofū II. We delve into the philosophy behind his unique sound. -
VIDEOTAPEMUSIC as a filmmaker (Part 2): How he approaches people and places during his artist residencies
VIDEOTAPEMUSIC samples VHS tapes and home videos to create music and films. In part 2 of this interview, he talks to TOKION about his music videos depicting Seoul and Tokyo, as well as his artist residencies in regional towns. -
VIDEOTAPEMUSIC as a filmmaker (Part 1): On collecting VHS tapes and creating music videos
VIDEOTAPEMUSIC samples VHS tapes and home videos to create music and films. In part 1 of this interview, TOKION talks to VIDEOTAPEMUSIC about the appeal of VHS tapes and gets a closer look at the thought behind his past music videos. -
LUCA and haruka nakamura plant seeds of peace and kindness through their project, arca.
An interview with singer-songwriter LUCA and musician haruka nakamura. How do they imagine the future of the world?